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Launch of a coalition to improve access to medical and mental care in assisted living facilities

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(Credit: Camille Tokerud Photography Inc/Getty Images) A coalition of experts launched a new initiative on Wednesday with the aim of putting 43 recommendations for medical and mental health care in assisted living facilities into practice. The “Be Well in AL” coalition was the subject of an in-depth virtual discussion led by Sheryl Zimmerman, PhD, co-director …

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Assisted living facilities pressed to meet growing needs of older, sicker residents

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Assisted living communities too often fail to meet the needs of older people and should focus more on residents’ medical and mental health issues, according to a recent report from a diverse panel of experts. This is a clear call for change inspired by the changed profile of the population served by assisted living facilities. …

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